Actor Jon Hamm has dismissed reports that he will take on the role of Doctor Strange in an upcoming Marvel movie.

The 43-year-old Mad Men star insists he hasn't been approached about the part.

Speaking to Digital Spy, Hamm said: "The funny thing about the internet is you can have rumours go on about possible jobs, and possible things that you have no idea (about).

"Maybe, I don't know. It's funny when the internet knows more about you than you do, but maybe they've been talking to someone at Marvel. I certainly wasn't approached about it, but I do like Dr. Strange. He's a cool character."

Doctor Strange will be directed by The Exorcism of Emily Rose filmmaker Scott Derrickson.